Real estate industry

Octane fills up for net gain

Article Abstract:

A $13 million Series B investment has been made by Project Octane and four venture capital firms in technology firm workplaceIQ. The members of Octane, which are the leading service providers in the commercial real estate sector, aim to establish an open platform for the entire industry, managing transactions to boost efficiency and reduce costs.

Make the most of your nous

Article Abstract:

The role of knowledge management in the property industry is discussed. Firms must tackle the process of capturing and using knowledge, and ensure that they have the staff and climate to back up this approach and foster new business relationships.

How fast are we linking up?

Article Abstract:

Issues are presented concerning the growth which has occurred in the use of the internet for promotion and management purposes within the real estate industry. The use of the internet to source information is discussed.